Kindred Ventures
Kindred Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2014 by Steve Jang and Kanyi Maqubela, based in San Francisco, California. The firm focuses on investing in technology startups at their earliest financing rounds, primarily in the pre-seed and seed stages. With approximately $600 million in assets under management, Kindred Ventures actively supports founders by providing capital investment, mentorship, and strategic partnerships. The firm backs around 25 companies per fund cycle, with a portfolio that includes over 100 startups, such as Uber, Coinbase, and Postmates. Kindred Ventures emphasizes a hands-on approach, helping entrepreneurs develop their ideas and build initial teams. Their investment themes include AI, robotics, climate tech, and fintech, targeting mission-driven founders in the United States, particularly in the Bay Area. The firm is committed to sustainability and equity, aiming to support innovations that contribute positively to society.